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Android Studio 1.0 Released by Google for Developers, Should Make for Better App Building Environment

Tim December 8, 2014 36

To make developing for Android even easier, and a bit more pretty, Google released Android Studio 1.0 this morning, giving developers all of the tools, and then some, to create the most stunning applications. With built-in templates, access to Google Cloud...

Nexus 6 in Blue or White (32GB or 64GB) Available to Order From US Cellular

Kellen December 8, 2014 71

Talk about a pleasant surprise on this Monday afternoon - the Nexus 6, Google's new flagship phone that has been quite hard to acquire, is now available from US Cellular. In an even more surprising move, US Cellular seems to not only be selling the Midnight...

Droid Life Q&A Sessions: Volume 25

Tim December 8, 2014 73

It's been a while, but we are now back with Volume 25 of the DL Q&A Sessions. During this time, you can ask the DL Staff any question which might be sitting on your mind, dealing with Android, holiday gift ideas, or anything else you can think of. There is...

Ultra Fast Wireless Charging for Tablets and Big Phones Will Soon be a Thing

Kellen December 8, 2014 97

Thanks to the introduction of the world's first 15 Watt Qi-compliant wireless charging solution by Freescale, ultra fast wireless charging of tablets and big-screened phones will soon be a thing. Most traditional wireless charging units deliver at 5 Watts, but...

Smart Lock Coming to Chromebooks, Unlock Your Chromebook With Your Android Device

Tim December 8, 2014 11

After an upcoming update to Chrome OS, owners of a Chromebook who also run an Android device with the latest version of the OS (Lollipop), will be able to unlock their laptops without needing to punch in any passwords. Thanks to a feature called Smart Lock,...

Deal: Amazon’s Fire HDX LTE Tablets 50% Off, as Low as $139 Today

Tim December 8, 2014 12

Amazon, with its Green Monday deals, is hosting a sale on 7" Kindle Fire HDX tablets, priced at 50% off their MSRP. While you won't find us promoting deals often on these tablets, you can't beat only $159 for a 64GB tablet with WiFi+LTE ($139 for the 16GB...

Deal: Buy a DROID Turbo From Best Buy, Get $100 or $150 Gift Card

Kellen December 8, 2014 58

The DROID Turbo, a device we actually really like for the most part and consider to be the best "DROID" phone in a couple of years (our review), is currently included in Best Buy's Green Monday deals. It's still listed at $199 on-contract, but if you buy one...

Samsung’s Virtual Reality Headset, Gear VR, Now Available for Purchase at $199

Tim December 8, 2014 83

Samsung's virtual reality headset, the Gear VR, is now on sale for everyone who owns a Galaxy Note 4, priced at $199. Purchasable through either Samsung or AT&T, the Gear VR is only compatible with the Galaxy Note 4, given the larger display and QHD...

Pixel 10 Pro XL at $400 Off is Crazy Stuff

Kellen December 22, 2025 83

Last minute shoppers, the greatest Pixel 10 Pro deal in history is here at the perfect time. You can take up to $400 off the...

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Google Decides That Google Assistant Can Stick Around a Bit Longer, Pushes Gemini Switch to 2026

Kellen December 19, 2025 83

You may have forgotten the timeline, but Google was pushing to force all off of Google Assistant and onto Gemini by the end...

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What’s New in Android 16 QPR3 Beta: At a Glance, Flashlight, Navigation Buttons, More

Kellen December 18, 2025 83

Google may have released Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1 at the worst possible time of the day, but we're still going to dive into it...

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Android 16 QPR3 Beta Program Goes Live for Pixel Devices

Kellen December 17, 2025 83

Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1 released. Google shipped Android 16 QPR2 to stable channels this month as the December Pixel update,...

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Verizon Pixel 8, Pixel 9, and Pixel 10 Devices Get New December Update (Updated)

Kellen December 17, 2025 83

All of Google's still-supported Pixel devices received a huge QPR2 update in early December with new features and tons of bug...

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Google Makes Controversial Pixel Search Bar Change

Kellen December 17, 2025 83

Within the past several days, a group of Pixel owners noticed a change to the way the Search bar at the bottom of their Pixel...

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Samsung December Updates Continue Roll Out to All These Devices

Kellen December 17, 2025 83

Samsung started sending December updates to a batch of devices earlier in the week, but they weren't quite done with 2025....

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Galaxy Z TriFold Sells Out Quick in South Korea, Even With High Price Tag

Tim December 12, 2025 83

We shouldn't be surprised, folks. Samsung launched the Galaxy Z TriFold this week in its home country of South Korea, with in...

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Google’s Latest Ad Pokes at iPhone for Copying Its Features, iPhone 17 Rumors

Kellen May 6, 2025 36

The iPhone 17 won't arrive for months, likely after Google releases its Pixel 10 series. For the most part, all talk around...

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Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro Unboxing and Tour!

Kellen October 11, 2023 36

Some of you have been lucky enough to receive your Pixel 8 or Pixel 8 Pro pre-orders a day early, thanks to Google's wildly...

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Pixel Watch 2 Unboxing and Tour!

Kellen October 11, 2023 36

The Pixel Watch 2 has been on my wrist for a full week and my list of notes has only grown. I've tested sleep tracking, put...

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Video: Galaxy Z Flip 5, Z Fold 5 Unboxing!

Tim July 27, 2023 36

Samsung was gracious enough to send us its latest foldables devices, the Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Galaxy Z Fold 5. Naturally,...

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Google Pixel 7a Unboxing and Tour!

Kellen May 10, 2023 36

Because the Google Pixel 7a is available today for you to run out and buy at $499, you may not want to wait around for our...

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VIDEO: Galaxy S23 Ultra Unboxing!

Tim February 3, 2023 36

Unboxing time, baby! We have the Galaxy S23 Ultra in-house, a bit before they're set to make their way to buyers later this...

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Pixel 7 Pro: First 10 Things to Do!

Tim October 13, 2022 36

Fancy new Pixel 7 or Pixel 7 Pro just show up at your doorstep? Perfect, then this video is for you. As is tradition, we've...

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Pixel Watch: First 10 Things To Do!

Kellen October 13, 2022 36

The day that most of you will receive your Google Pixel Watch from pre-orders is here. It's time for you to slap Google's...

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